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Cirith Ungol albums, ranked

5 records, ordered by our Elevation score — our rating out of 100, not chart position.

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Frost and Fire

Frost and Fire

1981

Represents their early sound with a blend of doom and heavy metal, showcasing their signature riffs and melodic elements cohesively.

  1. 1
    Forever Black

    Forever Black

    2020

    Epic doom metal anthems intertwine with haunting melodies, creating a darkly atmospheric journey through fantasy and despair.

  2. 2
    King of the Dead

    King of the Dead

    1984

    A dark and brooding exploration of heavy metal that merges doom-laden riffs with theatrical storytelling.

  3. 3
    Paradise Lost

    Paradise Lost

    1991

    Dark, brooding melodies intertwine with epic narratives, creating a haunting soundscape that embodies the essence of doom metal.

  4. 4
    Frost and Fire

    Frost and Fire Start here

    1981

    A powerful blend of doom and heavy metal, infused with epic themes and theatrical vocal performances.

  5. 5
    One Foot in Hell

    One Foot in Hell

    1986

    Thunderous riffs and haunting vocals collide in a dark, epic journey through heavy metal's underbelly.

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